The Template

Hello [Name],

Thanks for letting me know about your decision.

While I’ll admit that I’m disappointed I won’t be able to work as part of the [Company]
team, it truly was great to meet you and learn more about the great work that you’re
doing.

I’m excited to keep following [Company] as the team [name a current company goal],
and I’ll keep an especially close eye on [project/development you discussed in your
interview].

Thanks once again for the opportunity, [Name], and I hope our paths cross again in
the future. I’m wishing you and [Company] all the best moving forward.

Best wishes,
[Your Name]

Sample Follow-Up Letter After Job Rejection

Email Subject Line: Your Name – Sales Manager Position

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name,

It was a pleasure meeting with you about the sales manager position at ABC
Enterprises. I really appreciate the time you spent speaking with me about the
position, your company’s climate and history, and the wonderful opportunities
available within your organization.

While I am disappointed that my experience wasn't quite what you are looking for
in this position, I am still very interested in your company. I would appreciate your
further consideration should another position become available that you feel
would be a better fit for my skills.

Thank you for your time and encouragement.

Best Regards,

First Name Last Name

Sample Thank-You Letter After Being Rejected for a Job

Subject: Jane Smith—Assistant Manager Position

Dear Ms. Greene:

I truly enjoyed meeting with you and discussing the position of assistant manager
at XYZ Corp. I wanted to thank you for taking the time to tell me about the job
and the company and for spending part of a busy afternoon showing me around.

While of course I was disappointed to learn that you'd be moving forward with
another candidate, I appreciated the chance to speak with you and learn more
about what XYZ will be doing in the coming year. I was especially interested in
the ABC project and how it will affect the marketplace. As a big fan of XYZ, I'll be
watching the rollout with interest.

I hope that you'll keep me in mind for future opportunities, as I know XYZ is
growing. I'd love the chance to put my skills to work for an organization that I
admire.

Sincerely,

Jane Smith

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